Safety Officer
The third mate is usually responsible for the upkeep of lifesaving and firefighting equipment. This includes a responsibility for some or all of the ship's boats, and particularly the lifeboats.
The third mate is also generally an active participant in fire and boat drills.
Read more about this topic: Third Mate
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